Short Height and Carrying a Baby to Term
Overview People love to tell you what you can and cannot do when you are pregnant. People…
Is Your Toilet Seat Turning Blue?
Overview There are a lot of strange things that can happen during pregnancy. Some expecting moms may…
BPA Safety During Pregnancy & for Your Baby
Overview BPA is short for bisphenol A, and this is an industrial chemical used in plastics. This…
When is a C-Section Absolutely Necessary?
Overview A cesarean section can be a lifesaving procedure for a mom or a baby. In a…
Lessons Learned Breastfeeding the Second Time Around
Overview Breastfeeding is commonly thought of as something that comes naturally once your baby is born. For…
The Doctor or Midwife On Call
Overview When you choose a doctor or midwife, you need to ask if they will be present…
Probiotics
Overview Your gastrointestinal system (AKA your gut) is made up of both good and bad bacteria. It…
Eating Deli Meat During Pregnancy
Overview Trying to figure out what you can and cannot eat during pregnancy can be challenging. Finding…
Antibiotics During Pregnancy, Birth, and Breastfeeding
Overview An antibiotic is a microbial drug used to treat bacterial infections. There are many infections during…
Morning Sickness
Overview Morning sickness is most often nausea that happens during pregnancy and can be accompanied by vomiting….
Recreational Activities During Pregnancy
Overview It can be challenging when you are told that you have to give up some of…
Nail Polish
Overview The FDA regulates nail polish under the umbrella of cosmetics. According to the FDA, “Many nail…
Visitors After Your Baby is Born
Overview When your baby is born, they are susceptible to getting sick because their immune system is…
Vernix Caseosa & Baby’s First Bath
Overview During the second trimester, your baby’s skin becomes covered with vernix caseosa. Vernix is a kind…
Nuchal Cord (Umbilical Cord Wrapped Around Neck)
Overview A nuchal cord happens when the umbilical cord is wrapped 360 degrees around a baby’s neck….
Allergies
Overview An allergic reaction happens when your immune system reacts to what would typically be a harmless…
Apple Cider Vinegar
Overview Apple cider vinegar has gained a lot of popularity in recent years. Online you can find…
Loud Noises
Overview Your baby’s ears start developing very early on, and by about week 18, they should be…
Eating Organic During Pregnancy
Overview Your diet is a significant contributor to your health and the health of your baby during…
Migraines and Headaches
Overview Many expecting mothers experience headaches and migraines during pregnancy whether or not they experienced migraines pre-pregnancy….
Ectopic Pregnancy
Overview When you get pregnant, the egg is fertilized and then should implant in the uterus lining,…
Placenta Encapsulation & the CDC
Overview Your placenta plays a significant role in secreting hormones that are crucial for your baby. This…
Fear of Things Not Going as Planned
Overview It is common for expecting moms, especially the first time around, to have some fear about…
Braxton Hicks Contractions vs. True Labor
Overview Braxton Hicks contractions are sporadic “practice” contractions that many pregnant women experience during the second and…